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title: "FS616026 NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY for Foodborne Virus including Bivalve Molluscs"
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# FS616026 NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY for Foodborne Virus including Bivalve Molluscs

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ddf3cb40-59d4-44a6-aa05-62fe4a627188

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the FS616026 National Reference Laboratory for Foodborne Virus, including Bivalve Molluscs, conducted by The Food Standards Agency. This tender falls under the services sector, specifically classified as research laboratory services (CPV 73111000), and is located in England. The tender was published on 8 January 2021, with a submission deadline set for 11 February 2021. Following the tender, the contract was awarded on 16 June 2021, and is scheduled to commence on 1 April 2021, lasting until 31 March 2025. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, indicating broad competition for the contract.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those offering expertise in food safety and virology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement has been marked suitable for these types of organisations. By providing essential services to ensure food safety and public health, the right business could not only secure a lucrative contract but also contribute positively to consumer protection efforts in the UK.

## Notice

The appointed laboratory will carry out the provision of services for the UK National Reference Laboratory for Foodborne Viruses. The NRL for Foodborne Viruses plays a vital role in protecting consumers from illness that could arise from the consumption of unsafe foods, by providing specialist advice and technical support to the UK enforcement process for food.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6d27af-c7b1-4d10-93e6-5c6918eea73e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £344,825 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CEFAS - CENTRE FOR FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE AND SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2021 at 15:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6d27af-c7b1-4d10-93e6-5c6918eea73e
- 8 Jan 2021 at 14:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe3e732-29e3-4de7-843b-94c7158e1da3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6d27af-c7b1-4d10-93e6-5c6918eea73e
  16th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fe3e732-29e3-4de7-843b-94c7158e1da3
  8th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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